Who stars in ‘The Amazing Race’ Season 36? Meet 13 teams competing on CBS’s adrenaline-packed show
PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO: ‘The Amazing Race’ Season 36 stars an eclectic cast of 26 adventurous individuals, each teamed up in pairs, all vying for victory in a thrilling global competition.
CBS has promised viewers some wild adventures this season, like paragliding in Colombia, rallying cars in Argentina, and exploring new spots like swimming through waterfalls in the Dominican Republic and checking out Rihanna's hometown in Barbados.
With a whopping $1 million cash prize up for grabs, the adventure-loving cast of 'The Amazing Race' Season 36 has quite a few challenges to tackle before getting their hands on the grand prize.
Spanning across the lush terrains of Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Barbados, and the Dominican Republic, with Pennsylvania, as its penultimate destination, the 13 teams have to face life and death to win the coveted prize.
Working behind the scenes, creators Bertram van Munster and Elise Doganieri, along with Jonathan Littman, Jerry Bruckheimer, Mark Vertullo, Phil Keoghan, and Patrick Cariaga, take charge as executive producers for Jerry Bruckheimer Television and Earthview Inc., collaborating with ABC Studios and Amazing Race Productions.
Meet the cast of ‘The Amazing Race’ Season 36
Derek and Shelisa Williams
Derek and Shelisa make history as the first team in the US version both in their 50s since Gary and Will in 'The Amazing Race' Season 21.
Derek is a 57-year-old retired chief of police from Alta Loma, California. His extensive experience in law enforcement brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the team.
Shelisa Williams, a 55-year-old retired sheriff’s lieutenant, also hails from Alta Loma, California. With their background in law enforcement, this couple makes a formidable pair in the race.
Danny and Angie Butler
Meet the dynamic duo of Danny Butler and his mother, Angie Butler. Danny, a 27-year-old university resident director, hails from San Deigo, California, while Angie, a 55-year-old seventh-grade teacher, resides in Walla Walla, Washington.
With occupations spanning from university resident director to seventh-grade teacher, this mother-son team brings a blend of experience and skills to ‘The Amazing Race Season 36’, representing the West Coast with pride and determination.
Rod and Leticia Gardner
Meet the power couple, Rod and Leticia Gardner, 46 and 38, residing in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
Rod, a former NFL player and the owner of Gshred Supplements, played as a wide receiver in the NFL from 2001 to 2006, representing Washington, Carolina, Green Bay, and Kansas City.
On the other hand, Leticia is a 38-year-old fitness business owner.
Michelle and Sean Clark
Introducing Michelle and Sean Clark, 39 and 46, the dynamic owners of Double Dutch Aerobics. Based in East Point, Georgia, this married couple not only leads their fitness venture but also assists others in obtaining DDA certification.
Michelle and Sean bring their passion for fitness and expertise to 'The Amazing Race Season 36', ready to tackle challenges with energy and determination.
Yvonne Chavez and Melissa Main
Meet Yvonne Chavez, a 40-year-old global strategy and operations lead, and her partner, Melissa Main, a 38-year-old investigator for US Navy special operations.
This couple is currently dating and calls San Diego, California, their home.
Sunny Pulver and Bizzy Smith
Meet Sunny Pulver and Bizzy Smith,41 and 37, respectively. These best friends and firefighters, residing in Edgerton and New Berlin, Wisconsin, are set to take on 'The Amazing Race' Season 36.
Amber Craven and Vinny Cagungun
Meet Amber Craven,30, and Vinny Cagungun, 37, a couple of nurse anesthetists currently in a dating relationship. They call Englewood, Colorado, their home.
This healthcare duo, with their shared professional background, will be an interesting couple to watch out for during ‘The Amazing Race’ Season 36.
Ricky Rotandi and Cesar Aldrete
Introducing Ricky Rotandi, a 34-year-old preschool teacher, and his partner Cesar Aldrete, a 34-year-old food stylist.
They bring a mix of nurturing and creative talents to the race. This couple is currently dating and calls New York their home.
Juan Villa and Shane Bilek
Juan Villa, 29, and Shane Bilek, also 29, are best friends and Air Force pilots.
Hailing from Spokane, Washington, and Marine City, Michigan, respectively, Juan and Shane bring a unique combination of friendship and military expertise to 'The Amazing Race' Season 36.
Anthony and Bailey Smith
Anthony Smith and Bailey Smith are 26-year-old twin brothers working as recruiters, forming a team on 'The Amazing Race' Season 36.
Hailing from Clearwater, Florida, this energetic duo is ready to tackle challenges, showcasing their strong bond and professional skills.
Kishori Turner and Karishma Cordero
Kishori Turner, a 26-year-old senior marketing strategist, and Karishma Cordero, a 22-year-old student, are cousins. They are located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Austin, Texas, respectively.
Maya and Rohan Mody
Introducing Maya Mody and Rohan Mody, a formidable sibling team on 'The Amazing Race' Season 36. Maya, a 20-year-old student, and Rohan, a 23-year-old master’s student, join forces as siblings hailing from Monmouth Junction, New Jersey.
This brother-sister duo is all set to embark on an exciting adventure this season!
Chris and Mary Foster
Chris and Mary Foster, a father-daughter team on 'The Amazing Race' Season 36, bring a combination of experience and youthful energy to the competition. Chris, a 60-year-old receptionist, and Mary, a 27-year-old marketing manager, hail from Waltham, MA.
Tune in for the highly anticipated premiere on CBS, set for Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 9.30 pm.
